Let’s just get right to brass tacks: the Wildpeak MT01 from Falken is the kind of mud-terrain tire that’s trusted to take on the harshest terrain and the roughest conditions. If you need a tire that’s able to get you there and back confidently, whether that means gravel, rocks, mud, sand, snow, or pavement, the Wildpeak MT01 is the tire you’re looking for. Best of all, the Wildpeak MT01 delivers the kind of off-road traction and durability you need without compromising on ride quality, noise levels, and road manners on the highway.

There are not that many mud-terrain tires that can successfully blend aggressive off-road performance with comfortable and civilized driving dynamics on the highway, but this Falken tire is definitely one of them. But don’t just take our word for it, let’s dive in for a closer look with this Falken Wildpeak MT01 review.

Features and Benefits

Here are some of the features you can expect with the Wildpeak MT01 from Falken:

• DURASPEC 3-ply sidewall technology is designed to stand up to rough treatment in the form of scuffs, scrapes, punctures, and cuts
• Aggressive mud-terrain tread pattern with stone ejectors that expel rocks, mud, sand, snow, and slush so there’s always a clear section of tread to dig into the road
• Combination of offset shoulder blocks and aggressive upper sidewall blocks provide lateral traction for cornering or clawing out of ruts
• Sidewalls designed with heat diffusers to keep a tire cooler while towing or hauling heavy loads
• Rugged tread blocks and step-down supports on center tread blocks for traction in extreme offroad conditions
• Extra deep tread, up to 21/32” deep
• Optimized 3-pitch variable tread pattern keeps road noise to a minimum while boosting road manners
• M+S rated for mud/snow traction
• Field tested in some of the world’s toughest off-road competitions and rallies

Pros and Cons

So, is this the right mud terrain tire for your ride? Before you decide whether or not to purchase the Falken tire, let’s take a look at its strengths:

PROS:

• Excellent durability and traction
• Surprisingly quiet on the highway, not just for a mud terrain tire
• Can be used aired-down over rocks
• Civilized handling and ride quality on paved roads
• Easy to balance (unlike some mud-terrain tires)

Unfortunately, no tire is perfect and that’s true for the Falken Wildpeak MT01 too:

CONS:

• Softer tread compound might lead to a shorter tread life
• No treadwear warranty
• Not the most fuel efficient tire
• Should not be used in moderate to severe winter weather conditions

SimpleTire’s view on Falken Wildpeak MT01 tires

The Falken Wildpeak MT01 isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s a tire that’s up to the job for the roughest treatment and terrain you can put it through, including aired-down rock crawling over stumps, roots, and boulders. The DURATEC 3-ply sidewall resists all kinds of damage whether aired-down or fully inflated, and the extra-deep tread depth means longer wear and enhanced traction in soupy mud or sand. No, the Falken Wildpeak MT01 isn’t Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified for severe winter service but, with an M+S rating, we’re confident it’ll be able to get you through when the snow is flying. And we’re not exaggerating, the Falken Wildpeak MT01 really does deliver low noise and a forgiving ride on pavement. It may not be what you’d expect from an all-season tire, but it certainly doesn’t come with the headache-inducing tire roar that a lot of mud-terrain tires have.

We should address the lack of a treadwear warranty – many mud-terrain tires don’t offer treadwear coverage since the conditions and usage those tires are subjected to can vary a lot. However, the Wildpeak MT01 is covered against defects in manufacturing and workmanship for the first 2/32” of tread depth, with a prorated warranty from that point on.

Vehicles the Falken Wildpeak MT01 is an original equipment tire for

The Falken Wildpeak MT01 is used as Original Equipment on the 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon thanks to its excellent performance and durability off-road.

Vehicles the Falken Wildpeak MT01 is a good replacement tire for

In addition to be used as Original Equipment, the Wildpeak MT01 is a great replacement tire for vehicles like the:

• Chevrolet Suburban
• Dodge Durango
• Ford Bronco
• Jeep Wrangler
• Nissan Titan
• RAM 2500
• Toyota 4Runner